Below Average
#363 of 399 private schools in MO
St Paul Catholic School
Elementary School
465 NEW SMIZER MILL RD, Fenton, MO 63026
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#363 of 399
In Fenton
#3 of 3
public schools
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St Paul Catholic School
Elementary School in Fenton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Paul Catholic School
St Paul Catholic School is a private elementary school in Fenton, MO. St Paul Catholic School serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #363 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Paul Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Paul Catholic School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Fenton, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Catholic School (this school) | 4.6 |
| BOWLES ELEM. | 5.3 |
| UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. | 8.7 |
| STANTON ELEM. | 6.8 |
| GEORGE GUFFEY ELEM. | 7.0 |
| KELLISON ELEM. | 6.0 |
| ROCKWOOD SOUTH MIDDLE | 7.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
465 NEW SMIZER MILL RD, Fenton, MO 63026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GEORGE R. ROBINSON ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Kirkwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MURPHY ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby High Ridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fenton, see our Fenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Fenton | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. Fenton | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| MESSENGER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fenton | 1.4 mi | — |
| BOWLES ELEM. Fenton | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| GEORGE GUFFEY ELEM. Fenton | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| STANTON ELEM. Fenton | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| HERITAGE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fenton | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| SOUTH TECHNICAL Sunset Hills | 2.6 mi | — |
| ROCKWOOD SUMMIT SR. HIGH Fenton | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| KELLISON ELEM. Fenton | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ROCKWOOD SOUTH MIDDLE Fenton | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| MURPHY ELEM. High Ridge | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD ED CENTER WEST St. Louis | 3.4 mi | 2.8 |
| GEORGE R. ROBINSON ELEM. Kirkwood | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.3 mi | 8.8 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY HIGH SCHOOL Kirkwood | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| VALLEY PARK MIDDLE Valley Park | 3.5 mi | 9.2 |
| VALLEY PARK ELEM. Valley Park | 3.5 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,145
Median Home Value
$281,900
Median Rent
$1,091/mo
Population
45,267
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
41.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARTLEY ELEM. Fulton, MO | 4.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Miller, MO | 4.6 |
| CHRIST COMM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Webster Groves, MO | 4.6 |
| INGELS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.6 |
| LEE HAMILTON ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO | 4.6 |
| LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul Catholic School
What grades does St Paul Catholic School serve?
St Paul Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul Catholic School?
St Paul Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Catholic School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul Catholic School rank in MO?
St Paul Catholic School ranks #363 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Paul Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Paul Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Paul Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Paul Catholic School a religious school?
St Paul Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 236
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (636) 343-4333
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